What we’re about
Whether you’re an avid photography enthusiast or just enjoy taking pictures, Boston Photography Lovers is the perfect way to meet great people who share a passion for photography or have always wanted to learn more! Our members love travel, adventure, culture, and of course photography! Many of our events & activities are great for taking pictures, sharing pictures, and learning! We even do some big trips around the world and locally in New England.
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Colorful Cuba
Havana, 508 Obrapía, La Habana, Cuba, CUColorful Cuba
January 14th - January 22nd, 2026
Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club (https://www.photoflytravel.com/) are going back to Cuba. This small group tour is the ideal way to get up close and personal with this colorful country's people, food, culture, and incredible scenery. From the rural Viñales Valley with its gorgeous landscapes and friendly locals, to the romantic sea wall in Cienfuegos, to Trinidad with its colorful buildings and cobblestone streets, we're just scratching the surface of these unforgettable experiences that await us. Learn about Cuba’s proud and patriotic culture, its tumultuous history, its thriving arts scene, and its burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit.
It is an excellent program full of surprises, fun, and off the beaten path sights - and it is 100% legal! Take this once in a lifetime trip to this undisturbed Caribbean gem!
- 8N/9D throughout the best of Cuba with amazing off the path experiences!
- One-of-a-kind "casa particulares" (small converted homes & guesthouses!)
- Privately guided adventures and local experts throughout
- Breakfast every day
- 4 Dinners, 6 Lunches INCLUDED
- Legal, licensed & permitted program with all USA compliance requirements met under the SCP Program
Join Here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/cuba-small-group-tours/
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Havana
- Old Havana: Privately guided walking tour including many of the historical sites
- Fusterlandia & Jaimanitas Fishing Village: Colorful fishing village made famous by local artist, Jose Fuster, outside Havana
Soroa
- UNESCO Biosphere Reserve
- Callejon de Hamel: Street art project where resident Salvador Gonzáles Escalona has decorated and painted in vibrant colors a pedestrian alleyway with scrap objects
- Las Terrazas: Mountain community was built as a reforestation project in the 1960s and is now part of the same UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.
- Orchid Garden: Specialized botanical garden, with a collection of 20,000 specimens and more than 350 species of orchids
Viñales
- Sustainable Farm Discovery: Cuban farmer and his family who'll show us around their organic farm and explain the methods they use to grow their produce without pesticides or artificial fertilizers
- Valley Walking Tour & Tobacco Plantation: A beautiful walk through the valley to a local tobacco farm to learn about the making of Cuba’s famous cigars
- Cuban Cooking Class: Learn to cook Cuban-style with a cooking demonstration of 'platos tipicos'.
Cienfuegos
- Bay of Pigs: Scenic drive along the site where the Bay of Pigs occurred in 1961.
- Sinkhole or Ocean Snorkel: Stop for a swim and snorkel in the ocean or by a sinkhole which resembles a huge natural tropical fish tank.
- Guided Orientation Walk & Palacio de Valle : A short walk to see and learn the local landmarks followed by a visit to the Palacio de Valle, an "Arabian Nights" like aspiring restaurant with a fantastic terrace bar.
Trinidad
- Guided Trinidad Walk: Cultural tour of numerous churches, museums, and many colonial buildings
- Learn to Bartend: Bartending demonstration and discussion of the history behind Cuba’s most popular cocktails.
- Salsa Lesson: Visit a local dance school for a demonstration and lesson in the dances of Cuba
- Salto de Javira Waterfall: An easy hike to this beautiful waterfall, perfect for photos and a dip to cool off.
- Dinner on the Beach: Weather permitting, we'll celebrate this amazing journey together with a feast on the beach!
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Price: $2,549
Single Supplement: $795
Check out our club's official trip page: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/cuba-small-group-tours/14 attendees- $125.00
Indoor Winter Photography Workshop Series
·OnlineOnline### Indoor Winter Photo Workshop: Exploring the Familiar
Just because it’s cold out doesn’t mean your camera should sit still. This online workshop is all about finding beauty, meaning, and inspiration indoors. Over four sessions we’ll use light, color, shadow, and emotion to create new work at home. No travel required. Each session includes a photo critique, a creative lesson, and an assignment to keep you shooting in between. You don’t need fancy gear or a studio setup, just a willingness to see differently.
This year's workshop is focused on exploring the familiar. If you did this workshop any of the previous years, you don't need to worry about it being duplicative, everything we are doing is new.
During each session we’ll talk about fun things you can shoot in your house and techniques you can use to make unique photos. The techniques you practice indoors can then be applied when you are outside shooting.
You’ll have two weeks to complete an assignment, really it’s just a topic and suggestion of things to photograph around your home. Yes, it is ok to go outside and make images but you don't have to! After you complete each assignment, you’ll send one or two photos and get feedback during the next session. This isn’t a photo contest, getting feedback can be scary but it is a great way to expand your skills and it is a lot of fun to see what others did for their assignment.
Each session lasts two hours, it doesn’t matter your skill level, there will be beginners to advanced photographers.
Wednesdays, Jan. 28, February 18, March 4, March 18 from 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
### Session 1: Finding Magic in the Mundane
We start by slowing down and looking closer. You’ll learn how to make compelling images of things you usually walk right past. It’s about using your eye, not your gear, to bring ordinary scenes to life.
### Session 2: Photographing a Feeling
Photography isn’t just about what you see, it’s about what you feel. In this session we’ll explore how to use light, color, and composition to express emotion. Whether it’s calm, drama, tension, joy, or nostalgia, your challenge is to make the viewer feel something.
### Session 3: Shadows and Layers
We’ll explore how to create depth and mystery using shadows, reflections, and layers. You’ll learn to build images that invite viewers to look deeper and linger longer.
### Session 4: The Element of Surprise
Great photography isn’t about getting it right the first time, it’s about staying curious. We’ll work a single
Each session is via Zoom and will be recorded so you can watch later if you can’t make a live session.
Cost: $125 for the entire series. There are no refunds for partial participation.
This is a paid event, don't RSVP until you have registered.
For more info and to register, go to https://www.lorenphotos.com/product/indoor26/1 attendee 
Seeing in Black & White Photography Workshop Series
·OnlineOnlineMaking a strong Black and White photo takes more than just clicking a button in Lightroom or changing a camera setting. It’s a way of seeing. A mindset that starts before you press the shutter and continues through editing and presentation.
In this online workshop, we’ll explore what it means to think in Black and White and how that can change the way you shoot. Over three live sessions, I’ll walk you through the essentials of making great monochrome images and help you build the skills and confidence to do it on your own.
I started out as a newspaper photographer and shot almost 7000 rolls of Black and White film before I ever used color. That background shaped how I see. I still look at a scene in Black and White first and then add color in my mind. It’s helped me develop a strong sense of graphic composition, and I’ll share how you can start seeing the world that way too.
Workshop Structure
- Three live online sessions, two hours each
- Weekly assignments to apply what you learn
- Group feedback and discussion on your images in the next session
- Lightroom editing demos that keep things simple and effective
What You’ll Learn
- How to visualize a scene in Black and White
- What makes a photo work in Black and White
- Using shape, line, light, shadow, and texture for impact
- Editing techniques in Lightroom to enhance your images
- How light affects mood in portraits and landscapes
- Why some color scenes fall flat when converted and how to avoid them
Who It’s For
This is for anyone who wants to take Black and White photography more seriously. Whether you’re just getting started or want to sharpen your skills, you’ll get clear guidance, personal support, and inspiration to keep growing.
Dates
Mondays - February 23, March 9 & 23
Cost
$150 for the entire series. There are no refunds for partial participation.
Each session is via Zoom and will be recorded so you can watch later if you can’t make a live session
This is a paid workshop, to register go to https://www.lorenphotos.com/product/black-and-white-workshop/. Do not RSVP until have registered.1 attendee
Thailand – Temples, Trees and Tides
Bangkok, 55, 555 Lang Suan Rd, Khwaeng Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand, THMarch 2nd- 11th, 2026
Join here: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/thailand-small-group-tours/
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Our friends at PhotoFly Travel Club have created a brand new adventure to the Kingdom of Thailand! From Bangkok’s buzzing street food scene to the peaceful mountain temples of Chiang Mai, and finally to the island calm of the Phi Phi archipelago, this adventure unfolds in three vibrant chapters.
- 9 nights/10 days throughout Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phi Phi Island
- 5-star accommodation
- Elephant sanctuary experience
- Private transportation and private tours
- Breakfast daily
- Numerous optional activities
- Two domestic flights - $400 value!
Email us directly at joinus@photoflytravel.com to receive a detailed daily itinerary!
Bangkok
- Grand Palace Tour: Explore Bangkok’s iconic royal complex, home to ornate temples and halls since 1782.
- Emerald Buddha: Visit Thailand’s most sacred temple to see the revered 14th-century statue.
- Wat Pho: Tour one of Bangkok’s oldest temples, famous for its massive reclining Buddha and rich symbolism.
- Ayutthaya Day Trip: Discover the UNESCO-listed ruins of Thailand’s former capital, once a thriving cultural and trade center.
Chiang Mai
- Elephant Nature Park: Visit a renowned sanctuary to learn about ethical elephant rescue and conservation.
- Doi Inthanon Tour (Optional): Hike scenic trails and visit the Karen hill tribes in Thailand’s highest national park.
- Chiang Mai City Tour: Explore historic temples like Wat Pa Pao and Wat Lok Moli, showcasing exquisite Burmese-style architecture.
- Tuk Tuk Ride: Enjoy a fun, breezy ride through the city from your 5-star hotel.
- Free Time: Relax with a massage, shop local markets, or experience the lively night scene in this walkable city.
Phi Phi Islands
- Luxury Koh Phi Phi Escape: Stay at a 5-star boat-access resort away from the crowds, featuring private bungalows, pools, a spa, restaurants, a dive shop, and a serene beach.
- Optional Snorkel Safari: Spend a full day exploring hidden beaches, sea caves, coral reefs, and remote islands - with chances to spot sea turtles.
Email us at joinus@photoflytravel.com for the daily itinerary!
Price: $3,895
Single Supplement: $1,095
Go here to sign up: https://photoflytravel.org/tour/thailand-small-group-tours/12 attendees
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